The Rev'd Jonathan Rowe
Between the Lessons: My 8-Year Faith Exploration
Eight years. It feels like yesterday that I was pitching my wife this crazy idea for a column. I was…
Beyond Buzzwords: Following Jesus Rather Than Saving Ourselves
Does it seem like every so often, the Church finds a new buzzword to talk vaguely about? Once upon a…
Forgiveness and Service
I have long said that the Gospel at my funeral will be from the 21st chapter of John’s Gospel, if…
Hiding in The Darkness
The Gospel lessons for Lent show us signs of resistance and opposition to Jesus and his teaching, but this year…
The Future is Post-Apocalyptic
The Anglican Church, like many organised religions, faces substantial challenges amidst ongoing cultural shifts. As societal values and norms evolve…
The Reverence Trap: Dangerous Vocations
In previous columns, I’ve highlighted the challenges faced by clergy, especially amidst the COVID-19 pandemic’s initial lockdowns. I’ve shared personal…
More Than Just A Girl’s Name
As I write, the homelessness crisis has become particularly visible in the tent city across from the Confederation Building, and…
Second Chances: The Art of Welcoming People Back
In our fast-paced world, where time and commitments vie for our attention, entering a church for the first time or…
From Confusion To Connection
A young family approaches their local Anglican Church with hopes of having their baby baptised. However, what should be the…
A Nap And A Snack
In 1 Kings 19, following Elijah’s confrontation with the prophets of Baal, he flees from Queen Jezebel, finding solace in…